Bridgestone Battlax BT-92 (F: 110/70R17, R: 150/60R17)

            Bridgestone Battlax BT-92s are the only tyres I’ve used on my Traveller. When I bought it a new pair had been fitted, and as I was happy with them, I stuck with this type. I would describe my bike use as ‘brisk touring’, a bit like ‘sport touring’ except slower. I’ve never had a problem with the BT-92s, have never felt that they lacked grip, and the price/wear ratio wasn’t too bad. These are probably amongst the least ‘sporty’ tyres available in these sizes, and as more than half my riding is done with luggage and a pillion, wear life of around 5,000 miles (8,000km) for the rear and 8,000 miles (13,000 km) for the front doesn’t seem too bad. Details at: http://www.bridgestone.co.uk/bfe/v/index.jsp?vgnextoid=eb81f5ee10355010VgnVCM1000005101a10aRCRD

At time or writing (June 2007) they are available from Buster's http://www.busters-accessories.co.uk  and M&P http://www.MandP.com for £70.99 (front), and £95.99 (rear), plus delivery; and no doubt a number of other suppliers. Remember to price fitting charge, as sometimes a shop which sells tyres appears to charge more, but fits them for less (or sometimes 'free').

Norman